Privacy Policy for eDrug+ (talk.edrugplus.org)

The E-Drug Foundation operates eDrug+ at https://talk.edrugplus.org/. We are committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Data Controller

The Data Controller for eDrug+ is:

Wilbert Bannenberg
E-Drug Foundation
Email: contact@e-drug.org

What information do we collect?

Information you provide directly

  • When registering, we collect your name, e-mail address, and optional profile information.

  • Your e-mail address is verified through a confirmation link.

Information collected automatically

  • IP addresses when you post or interact with the forum.

  • Technical data (e.g., browser, device type) stored in server logs.

  • Cookies for login, preferences, and analytics.

Lawful basis for processing

We process personal data under the following legal bases:

  • Consent — when you register, post, or opt into notifications.

  • Contractual necessity — to provide the eDrug+ service you request.

  • Legitimate interests — to maintain security, prevent abuse, and improve services.

  • Legal obligation — if we are required to disclose data by law.

How we use your data

We use your information to:

  • Operate and improve the eDrug+ platform.

  • Authenticate you and manage your account.

  • Respond to inquiries and support requests.

  • Send notifications you have opted into (e.g., topic updates, replies).

  • Safeguard security and prevent misuse.

We do not sell or trade your personal data.

Data retention

  • Server logs containing IP addresses are retained for no longer than 90 days.

  • Forum posts, profiles, and contributions are retained while accounts are active or until deletion is requested.

  • Inactive accounts may be anonymized or deleted after a reasonable period.

International transfers

As eDrug+ serves a global community, your data may be transferred outside the EU. In such cases, we implement safeguards such as secure hosting and standard contractual clauses to ensure compliance with GDPR.

Cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Keep you logged in and remember preferences.

  • Compile aggregated statistics about usage.

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may limit functionality.

Sharing of information

We may share data only with trusted third parties (such as hosting or analytics providers) under confidentiality obligations. Data may also be disclosed when required by law or to protect rights, property, or safety.

Your rights under GDPR

As a user, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you.

  • Request correction of inaccurate data.

  • Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”).

  • Restrict or object to certain processing.

  • Request portability of your data in a machine-readable format.

  • Withdraw consent at any time (without affecting prior processing).

  • Lodge a complaint with the Dutch Data Protection Authority (Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens) or your local supervisory authority.

To exercise these rights, contact us at contact@e-drug.org.

Children’s privacy

This service is directed to individuals 13 years or older. For EU residents, those under 16 years must obtain parental consent before registering.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on this page.

Last updated: September 9, 2025

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